Step 01. Pay
AEP Energy Lineman Pay and Salary Information
Lineman at AEP Energy make on average $71,800 per year. AEP Energy has a strong health insurance program.
24
2026 current openings
Ohio
Headquarters
Groundmen · Apprentices · Journeymen
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AEP Energy is hiring linemen. American Electric Power is a $10B+ utility company. Major upcoming powerline projects include the Millwood Transmission Line Rebuild and the South Point Transmission Line.
Step 02. Apprentice
Lineman Apprenticeships at AEP Energy
Apprentices at American Electric Power need to be able to assist in the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. Drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment.
Step 03. Journeyman
AEP Energy Journeyman Lineman Jobs
Journeyman lineman at AEP will work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities; drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. At AEP you will assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on de-energized overhead and underground facilities.
Step 04. Hiring
AEP Energy Lineman Job Hiring Process
To become a lineman at American Electric Power you must have the ability to climb and work at heights. Must possess and maintain a valid CDL state driver's license. You also need a high school diploma or GED.
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Where AEP Energy hires
AEP operating companies span multiple states. Ohio is the profile headquarters on Lineman Central. tap a state for local jobs, pay, and schools.
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- 24 surveyed openings
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